E. L. Doctorow
E. L. Doctorow E.L. Doctorow, (photograph by Mark Sobczak) Born Edgar Lawrence Doctorow (1931-01-06) January 6, 1931 (age 84) Bronx, New York, United States Occupation Writer, editor, professor Nationality American Alma mater Kenyon College, Columbia University Period 1960–present Notable works The Book of Daniel Ragtime World's Fair Billy Bathgate The March Homer & Langley Spouse Helen Esther Setzer (m. 1953; 3 children) Edgar Lawrence "E. L." Doctorow (born January 6, 1931) is an American author. He is known internationally for his unique works of historical fiction.